Explore the psychology behind urban legends. Learn how cognitive biases like confirmation bias and emotional narratives make us believe and share stories that aren’t true.
Explore the psychology behind urban legends. Learn how cognitive biases like confirmation bias and emotional narratives make us believe and share stories that aren’t true.
What is your most vivid childhood memory? The story of your first love? The moment you achieved a great success? What if I told you that memory might be wrong? This week, in our series finale, we tackle the most personal biases of all—the ones that live inside our own heads. We’ll discover how easily false memories can be planted, why we only remember the best and worst moments of a vacation, and how you might be accidentally stealing ideas. Prepare to question everything you think you know about your past.
Why do we instantly judge a stranger based on their clothes? Why do good people sometimes stand by and do nothing in a group? Human beings are social animals, but our social instincts can lead us down dangerous paths. This week, we enter the complex world of social psychology to explore the biases that govern our group behavior. We’ll tackle stereotypes, peer pressure, and why we often blame the victim. Get ready to rethink your social world.
How well do you truly know yourself? Are you a great driver? A fantastic singer? A natural leader? This week, we explore the biases that distort the most important image of all: the one we have of ourselves. We’ll find out why some people are blind to their own weaknesses, why experts struggle to teach beginners, and why we all fall for the vague flattery of horoscopes. It’s time for a reality check!
Do you believe you see the world objectively? We all like to think we do. But what if your brain is constantly filtering reality to match what you already believe? This week, we investigate the biases that shape your entire worldview. We’ll discover why it feels so good to be right, why we say ‘I knew it all along’ after something happens, and how our brains are programmed to see faces in clouds. Are you ready to question your own beliefs?
Do you ever feel like you’re on autopilot when you make choices? Have you ever bought something and later wondered why? This week, we begin our journey into the hidden world of cognitive biases, exploring the invisible scripts that guide your decisions every day. We’ll find out why the first price you see is so powerful, why we stick with bad decisions, and how focusing only on success stories can lead us astray. Are your choices really your own? Let’s find out.
Ever feel like you’re building life without a manual? Dr. Sam Carter introduces the psychological blueprint to understanding your own mind, emotions, and behaviors.
Explore Sophocles’ masterpiece, Oedipus Rex. Uncover the themes of fate, free will, and dramatic irony in this 2,500-year-old psychological thriller and tragedy.
Was King Arthur real? Uncover the history, myth, and enduring legacy of Camelot, Merlin, Excalibur, and the Knights of the Round Table in this deep dive.
What is the Internet of Things (IoT)? We explore the smart devices in your home and the vast, invisible networks in our cities, weighing the benefits against the risks.
Dive into the bizarre world of Quantum Mechanics without the headache. From Schrödinger’s Cat to Entanglement, we explain the subatomic rules that break reality.
Join The Critic as he roasts the absurdity of smart fridges, AI that lies to lawyers, and the “Tech Bro” messiah complex. A sharp, satirical look at why the future looks less like Star Trek and more like a glitchy toaster.
The era of the “Command and Control” CEO is dead. Explore the new traits of leadership in 2026: Antifragility, Empathy, and Tech-Symbiosis. Are you ready to lead?